Parent Frequently Asked Questions

In our Young toddler classroom for 1 – 2 year olds, it is a 1:4 teacher/child ratio. In our Older Toddler classroom for 2 – 3 year olds, it is a 1:5 teacher/child ratio.

Since Pallies may be your child’s first daycare/preschool experience outside of the home, we felt it was important for our facility to focus on creating a nurturing environment big enough to run around for play and small enough to feel safe and build one’s confidence. Right sizing the environment for which your kids will be in can deeply impact their confidence and in turn, their learning. Our small home-like setting also supports our goals of creating a positive environment where we can act like a family and everyone can get to know each other and respect the community we have as a group. Everyday, children will be treated with respect and greeted with smiles and hugs from teachers and their assistants. Indoor/Outdoor/Dramatic/Sensory play, group games, stacking blocks, arts & craft and sing-along songs, all give the children a chance to talk, share, giggle, and learn together.

Where, in most daycares or preschools in Bangkok, classroom sizes range from 15-30 children, our largest classroom will be no larger than 10 children so that your child will get the appropriate amount of attention required and no child will be left behind. In our Young toddler classroom for 1 – 2 year olds, the child/teacher ratio will be no larger than 4:1. In our Older Toddler classroom for 2 – 3 year olds, the child/teacher ratio will be no larger than 5:1.

In our Young toddler classroom for 1 – 2 year olds, it is a 1:4 teacher/child ratio. In our Older Toddler classroom for 2 – 3 year olds, it is a 1:5 teacher/child ratio.

After you tour our facility and are ready to reserve a spot for your child, you will then need to complete an application for enrollment, a registration form, and pay the associated registration and tuition fees. Please note: because we operate on a first come first serve basis, a spot for your child is not reserved until both the application and fee payments are completed.

Frequent communication between parents and the school is essential. We guarantee regular reports, both verbal and written. These reports are given every day for toddlers and preschoolers before they head home. Additionally, an end of the week newsletter is sent electronically with a brief summary of what was covered and pictures that were taken during the week highlighting kids activities.

After you tour our facility and are ready to reserve a spot for your child, you will then need to complete an application for enrollment, a registration form, and pay the associated registration and tuition fees. Please note: because we operate on a first come first serve basis, a spot for your child is not reserved until both the application and fee payments are completed.

Every family has different child caring needs. From dual working parents, to full-time parents who need to run errands without kids, to families with nannies but are looking for more for their child, to families that want to get their kids prepared for bigger schools, Pallies is here to provide that flexibility and care. Parents are busy people too! Our hours of care are from 8:00am to 6:00pm, Monday through Friday, and open all year round except for public holidays and extended holidays during Songkran and Christmas/New Years. Length of day options available for your child include a full day with nap times (optional for the older kids) or a half day (morning or afternoon). Meals include 3 main meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner options) and 2 snack times (morning and afternoon). The days are filled with activities and play-based lessons which encourages confidence building and independence. All of this while making friends, or Pallies!

No, the registration fees are not refundable since they are used to help defray the cost of ongoing accidental insurance, supplies, and administration.

No, the registration fees are not refundable since they are used to help defray the cost of ongoing accidental insurance, supplies, and administration.

Pallies has indoor/outdoor/gym space. Weather permitted, every child is taken outside for activities at least 30-60 minutes each day. When outside and hot, elevated fans and sun shades are used to cool and protect the kids. If too hot, children have access to the fully padded gym for activity or even there cool classrooms during free play.

On your child’s first day of enrollment, a current medical form with your child’s updated immunizations and a pick-up authorization form is required.

A child’s day will go smoother and a lot happier when he or she has delicious, nutritious food, fresh air to play in, and plenty of opportunity to express themselves. Our nutritious meals and snacks are designed and prepared daily by our local hospital’s nutritionist. Meals include a protein, vegetables, and some form of carbohydrates to satisfy and introduce a variety of tastes. All snacks and meals are served with the option of milk and/or water. All meals and snacks are also included in the program fees.

On your child’s first day of enrollment, a current medical form with your child’s updated immunizations and a pick-up authorization form is required.

Yes, we have employed a professional cleaning crew who will clean the entire facility throughout the day.

Our play-based approach makes learning fun all day long. As opposed to telling the kids what to think, our goal is to partner with them and give them opportunities to take the initiative in exploration. When children think they’re playing, they’re actually developing and learning skills. Armed with daily lesson plans, our teachers will encourage daily lessons and weekly themes just to start the exploration, but we then allow the children to drive the direction of the activity in fun creative ways.

Yes, we have employed a professional cleaning crew who will clean the entire facility throughout the day.

Teachers and their assistants are focused on making sure that each child is included and engaged in the activities. With small classroom sizes and teacher/child ratios, we are able to do this so that no child is forgotten and ample opportunity is given to each child. We recognize that each child is unique and comes with a different approach to engagement so we focus on figuring out what will build their self confidence to a level where they are willing to take additional risk.

Our sick policy is designed for the sick child’s protection, as well as for others in the center. Everyday as children arrive to school, staff will check the child’s temperature with a thermometer. If the child’s temperature is measured at or above 38.3 degree Celsius (101 degrees Fahrenheit), the child’s parent will be notified and a request will be made to have them come to take home their child. All children are also required and will learn to routinely wash their hands before eating, after using the bathroom, and after play. Besides having a dedicated onsite cleaning staff, teachers will also routinely sanitize toys and furniture between uses. Upon entrance to our facility in the morning, all children will be checked by staff to ensure all health guidelines are met to prevent the spread of illnesses.

Teachers have daily and weekly cleaning responsibilities.

To request a change of schedule, you must do so in writing thirty (30) days before the schedule change so that we may make accommodations accordingly.

To request a change of schedule, you must do so in writing thirty (30) days before the schedule change so that we may make accommodations accordingly.

Pallies is an environment where the teachers and administrators respect your home culture and language. We will always do our best to respect any request made due to religious and cultural differences.

Teachers have daily and weekly cleaning responsibilities.

We practice good handwashing techniques to eliminate the spread of germs. For mouthed toys we remove the toys to prevent cross contamination and put it in our dirty bin. These toys are washed with our soap and water solution and sprayed with our bleach and water solution. We also ask families to help us to promote good hygienic habits and routines when washing their hands and children’s hands when entering the classroom.

We practice good handwashing techniques to eliminate the spread of germs. For mouthed toys we remove the toys to prevent cross contamination and put it in our dirty bin. These toys are washed with our soap and water solution and sprayed with our bleach and water solution. We also ask families to help us to promote good hygienic habits and routines when washing their hands and children’s hands when entering the classroom.

Communication is very important to us. Teachers/Administration can communicate with families, face to face at then end of the day during pickup and via daily report forms (DRF). Families can also communicate to teachers by emailing our center. Pallies will also be in touch with families through emails at the end of a month with class highlights and photos of what the children have learned throughout the month.

Communication is very important to us. Teachers/Administration can communicate with families, face to face at then end of the day during pickup and via daily report forms (DRF). Families can also communicate to teachers by emailing our center. Pallies will also be in touch with families through emails at the end of a month with class highlights and photos of what the children have learned throughout the month.

Parent teacher conferences or meetings are handled on an ad-hoc basis.

Parent teacher conferences or meetings are handled on an ad-hoc basis.

We invite parents to come a few days before the child starts for a period of two hours to spend time with the teacher and new classmates. After the two-hour introductory period, they will begin an optional three-day drop-off enrollment period-with a staggered schedule becomes longer with the last day lasting as long as the child's contracted schedule of hours. Having this period built in the schedule helps ease Separation Anxiety (developing and creating relationships with you, your child and caregiver/teachers). We also provide families with resources on strategies to help with Separation Anxiety. We also encourage family photos as all children will have a sense of belonging as our school family grows with every new and transitioning child.

We invite parents to come a few days before the child starts for a period of two hours to spend time with the teacher and new classmates. After the two-hour introductory period, they will begin an optional three-day drop-off enrollment period-with a staggered schedule becomes longer with the last day lasting as long as the child's contracted schedule of hours. Having this period built in the schedule helps ease Separation Anxiety (developing and creating relationships with you, your child and caregiver/teachers). We also provide families with resources on strategies to help with Separation Anxiety. We also encourage family photos as all children will have a sense of belonging as our school family grows with every new and transitioning child.

Yes, but this is limited to special designated days or when we encourage parents to participate in the classroom.

Yes, but this is limited to special designated days or when we encourage parents to participate in the classroom.

All children are scheduled to have at least 30-60 minutes of outdoor/gross motor time a day, weather permitted. Teachers take the children out in the morning and afternoon weather permitted. ​

All children are scheduled to have at least 30-60 minutes of outdoor/gross motor time a day, weather permitted. Teachers take the children out in the morning and afternoon weather permitted. ​

Please inquire about our Toddler / Preschool Daily Schedule.

Please inquire about our Toddler / Preschool Daily Schedule.

From time to time, based on the theme of the lesson plans, we will have third party providers come into the center for enrichment programs.

We will use multiple assessments: portfolios, informal and formal assessments, observations to learn about the development of all of our learners. We will follow a monthly thematic curriculum that will be student- centered, and promote hands-on learning.

We will use multiple assessments: portfolios, informal and formal assessments, observations to learn about the development of all of our learners. We will follow a monthly thematic curriculum that will be student- centered, and promote hands-on learning.

Yes. Policies are subject to change at the discretion of our Executive Director/Management. We are fair but stringent and will enforce the policies set before us to maintain the integrity, fairness and expectations for all of our families.

Yes. Policies are subject to change at the discretion of our Executive Director/Management. We are fair but stringent and will enforce the policies set before us to maintain the integrity, fairness and expectations for all of our families.

Pallies operates all year round except for public holidays and during extended holiday periods during Songkran and Christmas. Please see the calendar for school closings and events.

Pallies operates all year round except for public holidays and during extended holiday periods during Songkran and Christmas. Please see the calendar for school closings and events.

Our toddler families are responsible for bringing, diapers/pull ups/underwear, wipes, change of clothes size and weather appropriate (labeled to avoid confusion), and sunscreen (optional). If taking a nap, bring a blanket to be laundered by the end of your child’s school week. Please note school materials and a supply list will be given to you upon enrollment.

Our toddler families are responsible for bringing, diapers/pull ups/underwear, wipes, change of clothes size and weather appropriate (labeled to avoid confusion), and sunscreen (optional). If taking a nap, bring a blanket to be laundered by the end of your child’s school week. Please note school materials and a supply list will be given to you upon enrollment.

Yes, all snacks (morning/afternoon) and meals (light breakfast, lunch, dinner) are included depending on your selection of a full or half day enrollment. We are a nut free facility so please refrain from sending your child to school with a snack or treat that has traces of nut. No Peanut butter and Nutella please.

Yes, all snacks (morning/afternoon) and meals (light breakfast, lunch, dinner) are included depending on your selection of a full or half day enrollment. We are a nut free facility so please refrain from sending your child to school with a snack or treat that has traces of nut. No Peanut butter and Nutella please.

We have a nutritionist design our lunch and dinner plans to provide a well balanced meal. Milk and water are available for kids to drink at all meals as well. Snacks consists of either fruits, vegetables, crackers/pretzels, and cheeses.

We have a nutritionist design our lunch and dinner plans to provide a well balanced meal. Milk and water are available for kids to drink at all meals as well. Snacks consists of either fruits, vegetables, crackers/pretzels, and cheeses.

Yes, Music is an integral part of the Pallies Experience and will be played throughout the school. Different genres and instrumental pieces will be introduced.